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- Fun & Gamesfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹1,387
- fromper group (up to 6)₹1,18,392
- fromper group (up to 4)₹73,995
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- fromper group (up to 5)₹1,10,992
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹23,123
- Historical Toursfromper adult₹2,775
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹18,452
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)₹73,070
- Historical Toursfromper adult₹1,850
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- Ross MChapel Hill, NC16 contributionsParc du Thabor is a large, well-groomed city park. It's lovely, with a mix of gardens and green space. We spent two hours enjoying the park, the small aviary, and people watching.Written 8 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anne SFrance9 contributionsAn extremely interesting and complete one and a half hour tour with a wonderful guide who had us all captivated. I highly recommend this tour.Written 30 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Catherine GNice, France1,247 contributionsWe went to this tourist office to get a map of the old town. There’s a nice walk to do with 18 points of interest to see. We did everything and it took us about 2 hours. We saw different places and very interesting houses, fountains, official buildings and so on. There’s no train to visit the old town so we must walk. You can see all without walking too much and on the guide there is some explanations.Written 20 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Grace TDetroit, MI59 contributionsGreat finds, but not so much in August. This is only a good market, no clothes or household items. The majority of the sellers are on vacation. A lot of empty spots. We should have gone in July. Great food tho.Written 5 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hans-jaguarSanta Comba Dao, Portugal22,328 contributionshe “Saint-Pierre cathedral” in Rennes is a “Roman catholic cathedral”, located in the heart of the city of Rennes.It is the seat of the archdiocese of Rennes, Dol and Saint-Malo. Built in a Classical style, it is one of the nine historic cathedrals of Brittany. Classified as a historical monument since October 1961.
The present location of the cathedral was already been used as a seat of a bishopric and this since the 6th century. It is likely that it was built in place of an older sanctuary. The old building was completely replaced by a Gothic church in the 12th century.Written 23 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - IslandMonkey1971Jersey, UK71 contributionsDuring our 3 days in Rennes we went to the Brittany Museum in Rennes two afternoons on the trot, as we didn’t see as much as we wanted the first time. (Purely because we were a bit knackered.) Les Champs Libres is a truly stunning creation and it seems to be extremely well-used, by people of different ages, including students with their noses to the grind-stone. If you like museums, architecture and/or a good cafe with interesting home-made comestibles don’t miss this.Written 11 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- liverpool1023London, UK896 contributionsA free museum which offers a nice diversion for a couple of hours. It is very much a provincial museum with a small archeological museum of ancient Egyptian and Ancient Greek artefacts and ceramics. The art collection ranges from medieval to contemporary, there is the occasional notable piece in the impressionist/pre-impressionist/modern including Sisley, Picasso and Gris.Written 17 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter KBourg Saint Maurice, France56 contributionsThis is an excellent park around 20 minutes from the city centre. During the weekends, the park also puts on various events. Some parts of the park very much resemble a city park, whereas other parts permit the visitor to get lost in nature. An added bonus is the fact that there are signs at the entrances that state 'No Dogs Allowed'. However, this isn't too strictly enforced, especially if the dog in question is to be kept on a lead.Written 15 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Heather F1 contributionThe mix of interesting textural handscape and varied flowers, veggies, succulents, fruit bushes, grasses and trees was exciting and peaceful. Must visit…truly one of a kind.Written 9 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anne SColchester, UK60 contributionsThis museum is to be found in the library building (an amazing sight in itself) and is well worth a visit.
It is free to enter and well set out. Most things have explanations in English and the space is modern and well
thought through. We learned a lot about Brittany from its most ancient beginnings onwards.Written 28 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - gracew452018Sauk Centre, MN9 contributionsAfter traveling around european cities, it was refreshing to walk around the beautiful French countryside at Ecomusee Du Pays de Rennes. Our Taxi driver gave us a strange look at why we would want to be dropped off here, but us four girls wanted to see this museum and its gorgeous Froment Du Leon cows. We were not disappointed. Do take a picnic and plenty of water. We walked along paths and admired the well kept grounds, gardens and livestock. The staff were amazing!!! Very kind and welcoming. Unfortunately we don't speak any French but that didn't stop Jean-Paul from giving us an excellent tour, letting us hold a baby lamb, and arranging for us to meet Thierry, a herd owner of the beautiful cows. We had a wonderful time with Thierry and thank Him Immensely for his hospitality, kindness, and letting us see his herd.
Pretty much all the museum descriptions are in French but they also have nice pictures and displays to look at. Well worth your time if your in Rennes. A wonderful Museum, we loved it. Thank You so much!!!!Written 24 May 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - luluthezuluLos Altos, CA83 contributionsWe were a little disappointed in the museum as we were hoping for something for older kids and adults. It is definitely a museum for young kids. The show at the Planetarium was good though.Written 7 August 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rennes
- The top attractions to visit in Rennes are:
- Parc du Thabor
- Marché des Lices
- Centre Historique de Rennes
- Parc des Gayeulles
- Cathedrale Saint-Pierre
- The best outdoor activities in Rennes according to Tripadvisor travellers are: See all outdoor activities in Rennes on Tripadvisor
- The best day trips from Rennes according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Day Trip to Mont Saint-Michel from Saint-Malo - 6 hours
- Day Trip with a local driver Dinan & Cancale from Saint-Malo - 7 hours
- Daytrip with a local driver Mont Saint-Michel from Rennes - 6h
- Day Trip with a local driver Mont Saint-Michel from Saint-Malo - 6 hours
- Day Trip to Mont Saint-Michel and Saint-Malo from Rennes with driver-guide
- The most popular things to do in Rennes with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:See all kid friendly things to do in Rennes on Tripadvisor